Rod Stewart joins King Charles for 100-year time capsule ceremony

16 January 2025, 10:16

Sir Rod Stewart and King Charles leave a message for the people of 2125.

With his stunning back catalogue of hits, Rod Stewart has already left quite a legacy for future generations to enjoy.

And he's now played a role in leaving a much more intentional message to our descendants, joining King Charles in a time capsule ceremony.

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The King put a personal letter, whose contents are unknown, into the King's Foundation capsule at Dumfries House and it will be buried in Ayrshire and opened in 100 years.

He was joined at the ceremony by new Kings Foundation ambassador Sir Rod, who wore an incredibly fetching rollneck jumper and was accompanied by his wife and fellow ambassador Penny Lancaster.

The Kings Foundation, previously established as The Prince of Wales' Institute of Architecture, was founded in 1990 and this ceremony was part of its 35th anniversary celebrations.

As well as the King's letter, the capsule will include other items to represent its work before it is buried later in the year.

One item chosen for the capsule was a pair of garden secateurs, and the King couldn't resist a little jape before putting them into the box.

He jabbed them towards Rod Stewart who mock-flinched and both Sir Rod and King Charles shared a chuckle at the moment.

"We are so pleased to be coming on board as ambassadors for The King's Foundation and look forward to lending our support to this worthwhile cause, particularly during such a significant year for the charity," said Sir Rod of he and Penny's new role.

Kristina Murrin, the charity's chief executive, said: "We are so proud of what The King's Foundation has achieved over the past 35 years.

"I hope those uncovering the time capsule in 2125 will recognise the positive impact both the King and his foundation have had on the world and its communities."